Maan Karate
Maan Karate

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Maan Karate

2014
Movie
154 min
Tamil

Five friends meet a mystic in a forest who grants their wish — a newspaper from the future. They decide to get rich by using their knowledge of the future. They focus their efforts on Peter, a carefree youth from Royapuram, who is predicted by the newspaper to win a boxing match and present the prize money of Rs. 2 crores to the five friends. However, they are perplexed when they discover that Peter has absolutely no knowledge of boxing.

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IMDb6.1/10
Google Users86%
Director: Karthik SubbarajGenres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A spineless gym instructor, Peter, dreams of becoming a boxer but lacks the courage. His life takes a fantastical turn when he encounters a ghost who grants him supernatural boxing abilities. This newfound power helps him pursue his dream and win the heart of his beloved, but it also attracts the attention of a ruthless gangster.

Critical Reception

Maan Karate received mixed to positive reviews from critics and was a commercial success at the box office. While praised for its entertainment value, humor, and Sivakarthikeyan's performance, some critics found the plot predictable and the fantasy elements somewhat underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is lauded for its energetic performances, particularly by the lead actor, and its effective blend of comedy and action.

  • Sivakarthikeyan's comedic timing and screen presence are highlighted as major strengths.

  • The fantasy elements and plot progression were points of contention for some reviewers.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciate the film for its humor and entertainment factor, with many citing Sivakarthikeyan's engaging performance as a key draw. The plot and its fantastical elements are seen by some as a bit weak, but overall, it's considered a decent entertainer.

Fun Fact

The film was initially planned as a sports drama with a more realistic storyline before the supernatural and fantasy elements were incorporated.

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timesofindia

timesofindia

Maan Karate is nothing but a showcase for Sivakarthikeyan. It is an acknowledgement that the former TV personality is today a bonafide star. And, so, the film comes with all the trappings of a star film — an A-list heroine, a happening musi...

akram112

akram112

**REVIEW FROM BEHINDWOODS:** After notching up back to back successes as the endearing and funny ‘boy next door’, Siva Karthikeyan is back with Maan Karate in a role which is akin to his previous ones but with more scope for action this ...

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